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Financial Responsibility

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Am I financially responsible for my child's behavior?

Will I have to pay my child's fees?

Am I financially responsible for my child's behavior?
Yes. You may have to pay the victim if the court orders "restitution." Restitution is money to compensate for losses or damage caused by your child. For example, you may have to pay for what your child stole, or for the victim's medical bills or lost wages.

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Will I have to pay my child's fees?
Yes. Unless you are the victim, you will get a bill and must pay for:

• Your child's lawyer
• Juvenile hall services, like food and laundry
• Fees to keep your child in CYA , a probation camp, or in foster care

This can be expensive. You can talk to the court about your ability to pay these fees.

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